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May 23, 2025 52 mins

filmmaker Brian Tetsuro Ivie about the intersection of art and faith, exploring how spirituality influences creativity. They discuss the challenges faced in Christian filmmaking, the importance of quality in art, and the role of prayer in the creative process. Brian shares his personal journey of finding God through his work and emphasizes the significance of community and collaboration in filmmaking. The discussion also touches on ambition versus devotion in art, living with questions of faith, and Brian's future projects, including a documentary on Japanese incarceration.

 

Takeaways

Brian emphasizes the importance of quality in art as a reflection of faith.
Art should be a praise to God, not just a means to an end.
Surrounding oneself with a supportive community is crucial for growth.
Living the questions of faith can lead to deeper understanding.
Ambition in art should be balanced with devotion to God.
Prayer plays a significant role in the creative process.
Brian's journey reflects the struggle of being a Christian artist in a secular world.
The world needs authentic expressions of faith through art.
Collaboration with other artists can enhance creativity and purpose.
Brian's upcoming projects aim to explore profound themes of existence and spirituality.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Praise for Emmanuel
04:46 The Intersection of Faith and Art
07:39 Experiencing God in Creative Work
10:21 Challenges in Faith-Based Art
12:55 The Role of Art in Worship
15:43 Spiritual Practices and Routines
18:15 Finding Inspiration in Stillness
20:51 Balancing Family Life and Creativity
28:18 The Journey of Inspiration
29:05 Ambition vs. Devotion
32:22 Quality of Work and Spirituality
34:48 Crafting with Audience in Mind
36:21 Upcoming Projects and Aspirations
39:27 Spiritual Advice for Young Creatives
42:41 Resources for Aspiring Artists
44:55 Collaboration and Community in Art
46:52 Feeling Called to New Projects
49:29 The Future of Cabrata Studio
52:47 New Chapter

Chapters

  • (00:00:02) - Brian Tetsuro Ivy on Emmanuel
  • (00:02:26) - Emmanuel on 'Lemonade'
  • (00:03:14) - When Did God First Feel Real To Me?
  • (00:06:47) - The Holy Spirit in Film Making
  • (00:11:49) - What Do You Think Stands in the Way of Christian Film
  • (00:17:05) - Write Like a Prodigal
  • (00:18:02) - Neoluddite Spiritual Rituals
  • (00:23:44) - "On Hold": Working On Hold"
  • (00:24:45) - Fatherhood and the spiritual life
  • (00:26:50) - Where Do You Get Your Ideas?
  • (00:28:52) - Ideas of Ambition and Its Relationship to God
  • (00:34:43) - How To Write a Scriptment
  • (00:39:28) - Spiritual Advice For My 25 Year-Old Self
  • (00:42:18) - Ideas for Artists
  • (00:44:36) - Tom Holland on Key Collaborators
  • (00:46:38) - "Call Me to Work"
  • (00:49:19) - Cinema In Depth: On Film
  • (00:51:40) - A Prayer for His
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